Ohio Drug Laws
Ohio drug laws vary depending upon the type and quantity of the drug. Ohio recently legalized possession of small amounts of marijuana. ... Read More
Repeat OVI Offender Specifications Constitutional
Ohio Supreme Court Declares Repeat OVI Offender Specifications Constitutional In 2016, the Ohio Supreme Court found the repeat OVI offender specifications... Read More
Filler Weight Is Included In Drug Cases
Filler weight is included in drug cases. Believe it or not, it is illegal to possess and sell fake drugs in Ohio. ... Read More
Can An Ohio Police Officer Arrest Someone Outside Their Jurisdiction?
Can an Ohio police officer arrest someone outside their jurisdiction? A police officer cannot arrest someone for a crime committed outside of... Read More
The Difference Between Misdemeanors and Felonies In Ohio
What is the difference between misdemeanors and felonies in Ohio? In most instances, a misdemeanor in Ohio is a crime that is punishable... Read More
No Time Limit On Charging Crimes When One Flees To Avoid Prosecution
There is no time limit on charging crimes when one flees to avoid prosecution. In State v. Bess, the Ohio Supreme Court... Read More
Intervention In Lieu Of Conviction
Intervention in Lieu of conviction is a program that allows one charged with a crime to obtain a dismissal at the conclusion... Read More
Can Something Be Done To Keep Me Out Of Jail?
When people accused of a crime come into my office, they often ask “can something be done to keep me out of... Read More
Can You Lie To The Police?
Can you lie to the police? No. You have the right to remain silent, not to lie, especially if that lie is... Read More
What Is A Municipal Court In Ohio?
Ohio has over 100 municipal courts, including some of our local courts: Wadsworth Municipal Court, Medina Municipal Court, Wayne County Municipal Court,... Read More